Augusta
GA, USA · 2 events
Augusta Fan Travel Guide
Augusta is Georgia’s second-largest city, set on the Savannah River — known worldwide for the Masters Tournament at Augusta National and as the hometown of James Brown.
Augusta Fan Travel Blueprint
FanTravel tracks 2 events and 9 fan-favorite local spots in Augusta — here's how to turn them into a fan trip:
- What fans can already use: 2 fan weekend ideas that could turn into huge weekends and 9 fan-favorite hotels, restaurants, bars, and things to do.
- Main event anchor: The 2026 Masters Tournament on April 9, 2026.
- Stay + eat core: The Partridge Inn Augusta, Curio Collection by Hilton with Abel Brown Southern Kitchen & Oyster Bar can frame your pre-event window.
- Night + recovery: Craft & Vine plus daytime attractions can round out day two.
Sample 48-Hour Fan Route
- Day 1 Arrival: Check in at The Partridge Inn Augusta, Curio Collection by Hilton, settle near the event zone, and open your first local meal block.
- Day 1 Peak: Center the night around The 2026 Masters Tournament and then push into post-event fan energy at Craft & Vine.
- Day 2 Closeout: Use daytime space for a local attraction, then finish with Abel Brown Southern Kitchen & Oyster Bar before departure.
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Abel Brown Southern Kitchen & Oyster Bar
Craft & Vine
Frog Hollow Tavern
Rhinehart’s Oyster Bar
The Partridge Inn Augusta, Curio Collection by Hilton
Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center
Hyatt House Augusta / Downtown
The Soul Bar
Whiskey Bar Kitchen
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Where to Stay in Augusta
The Partridge Inn Augusta, Curio Collection by Hilton
A historic 1910 landmark hotel in the Summerville district with a Southern restaurant and a rooftop bar, one of the only Georgia hotels in Historic Hotels of America. Masters patrons favor it for Old South character about three miles from Augusta National.
Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center
A 372-room riverfront hotel in downtown Augusta, connected to the convention center and steps from the Riverwalk and Broad Street. Patrons use it as the main downtown anchor — walking distance to the city’s best bars and restaurants for post-round evenings.
Hyatt House Augusta / Downtown
A newer all-suite hotel on Broad Street in downtown Augusta, about five miles from Augusta National. Patrons choose it for the extra space of suites over a long Masters-week stay and the walkable downtown dining right outside the door.
Where to Eat in Augusta
Abel Brown Southern Kitchen & Oyster Bar
An ingredient-driven Southern kitchen and oyster bar in the Surrey Center district, known for fresh seafood and refined takes on Southern classics. Patrons favor it for elevated Southern food just south of Augusta National — an easy stop without the downtown drive.
Frog Hollow Tavern
A farm-to-table New American restaurant in historic downtown Augusta, sourcing from local farms with barrel-aged cocktails and a deep wine list. It is widely cited as Augusta’s standard-bearer for upscale dining and a top Masters-patron reservation — book well ahead.
Rhinehart’s Oyster Bar
A no-frills local seafood institution serving Southern-style seafood, sandwiches and cold beer, directly on Washington Road. Its spot on the corridor leading to Augusta National makes it the easy casual choice for a relaxed meal and oysters before or after the course.
Best Bars in Augusta
Craft & Vine
A cocktail bar and small-plates eatery on Broad Street known for hand-crafted cocktails, a wine list and gourmet bites. It is a go-to Masters-week evening spot for patrons wanting an upscale downtown drink after a day at the course.
The Soul Bar
A downtown live-music and dance club open since 1995, built to honor Augusta’s own James Brown, with funk-driven DJ sets and memorabilia on the walls. Patrons use it for a lively, distinctly Augusta night out tied to the city’s soul-music heritage.
Whiskey Bar Kitchen
A casual Broad Street pub and whiskey bar known for a deep whiskey and bourbon selection alongside burgers and wings. It is a relaxed downtown choice for patrons after a long day walking Augusta National.
Frequently Asked Questions About Augusta
Popular celebrity dining spots in Augusta include Abel Brown Southern Kitchen & Oyster Bar, Frog Hollow Tavern, Rhinehart’s Oyster Bar. See our full guide for more recommendations.
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Top-rated fan bars in Augusta include Craft & Vine, The Soul Bar, Whiskey Bar Kitchen.
Recommended fan stays in Augusta: The Partridge Inn Augusta, Curio Collection by Hilton, Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center, Hyatt House Augusta / Downtown. All within easy reach of major venues.
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